Security Checklist for Emergency Automobile Situations

29 Mar Security Checklist for Emergency Automobile Situations

Whether it’s a long journey or a simple trip to work or the store, every driver should be prepared for the unexpected. An underbed storage bin is an ideal container since it fits easily in a trunk without taking up too much space. Here are items that expert recommend you have:

Survival Items

Heavy-duty trash bags(Multiple uses including shelter and ponchos)

Fleece blankets and jackets

Reflective blanket

Work gloves

Hand warmers

Nylon bag or backpack

First aid kit

Sunblock

Emergency numbers

Bug repellant

Lip balm

Tools

Jumper cables

Ice scraper

Multi-purpose knife

Multi-tool

Scissors

Small folding camp shovel

Waterproof matches or fire starters

Binoculars

Duct tape (of course!)

Spare keys

Cat litter

Sustenance

Bottled water

Energy bars

Nuts, dried fruit

Jerky

Sanitation

Tissues

Hand sanitizer

Hand or baby wipes

Toothbrush(es)

Paper towels, Toilet paper

Security Items

Whistle

Pepper spray

Cell phone and emergency power source

LED flashlights and extra batteries

Other

Books, games

Deck of cards

Cash, coins

Maps

Disposable camera

Notebook, paper

Pens, pencils, markers

These are the basics. For a more comprehensive list and for longer trips, see this article on the Allstate Insurance website.

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